Atty. Bernardo Bentata

Atty. Bernardo Bentata

Bernardo Bentata is a lawyer practicing admiralty and maritime law, international law. Bernardo received a degree from New York University in 1991, and has been licensed for 36 years.

New Orleans New Orleans 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Bernardo Bentata at a glance

Bernardo Bentata is a maritime and international attorney based in New Orleans, Louisiana. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in Venezuela (1990), Louisiana U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1992), and U.S. District Court, Western, Eastern and Middle Districts of Louisiana (1992). Educated at Tulane University (LL.M. Admiralty, 1992) and New York University (M.C.J., 1991). Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Bernardo Bentata is a lawyer practicing admiralty and maritime law, international law
  • Bernardo received a degree from New York University in 1991, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Bernardo practices in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Bernardo Bentata's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bernardo Bentata handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

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International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

Practicing law in Louisiana. Legal matters in Louisiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New Orleans are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Louisiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Louisiana brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Louisiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Bernardo Bentata

Where is Bernardo Bentata's law office located?
Bernardo Bentata's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bernardo Bentata handle?
Bernardo Bentata focuses on maritime, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Bernardo Bentata practiced law?
Bernardo Bentata has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Bernardo Bentata go to law school?
Bernardo Bentata earned their education at (LL.M. Admiralty, 1992); (M.C.J., 1991).
How can I contact Bernardo Bentata for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M. Admiralty
Tulane University
- 1992
M.C.J.
New York University
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Venezuela
Admitted: 1990
Louisiana U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Western, Eastern and Middle Districts of Louisiana
Admitted: 1992

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